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'No one had the personality of Flynn': Family remembers young man with big dreams
Flynn McBride died in a crash less than two weeks before his 21st birthday.
It's been claimed! Punter who won $28m comes forward less than 24hrs after draw
The mystery winner was quick to confirm with Lotto they held the top ticket.
Man who bashed brother with a bowl uses pet parrot in bid to avoid jail
'I know that I could trust him with my flock,' Anthony Gugich's support letter read.
Blaze at cafe next to NZ’s oldest building ‘suspicious’ – Fire and Emergency
Police are investigating a fire at Honey House Cafe beside Kemp House and the Stone Store.
Unrepentant real estate agent: 'We erupted with rage at having to do this course'
Janet Dickson is on the brink of losing her licence but says she stands by her decision.
After losing his wife, Whangārei dad sets out to complete her bucket-list with their son
After Daisy died of cancer, Jacob and Acer travelled to places she dreamed of.
'Clearly false': Woman blames $750,000 false tax return on bad internet during Ethiopia trip
She had receipts for cigarettes, lollies and Sky TV, on behalf of her plastering business.
'Expect delays': Major highway north of Auckland blocked in both directions after crash
Traffic has halted as motorists try to escape the city for the weekend.
Sand Safaris liquidated as linked Ruapehu firm enters administration
Companies Office records show the linked firms entering insolvency processes
'People lost everything': Nepali man in Whangārei fears long recovery
Five New Zealanders are among about 4000 people missing after the floods.
'Emotions hit me all at once': Detective on when he heard of uncle's death
August Lemon has been jailed for starting the fire that killed Hoani Rueben-Tuoro.
Editorial: The cost-of-living crisis is making volunteering harder. NZ can't afford that
OPINION: Rising living costs are making it harder for Northlanders to volunteer.
'Crocodile tears': Greens dismiss Govt MPs' anger over Tamatha Paul's false claims
Green Party MP took swing at many MPs, claiming they are taking advantage of rental laws.
Tamatha Paul refuses to apologise over false claim about National MP
The Green MP's claim in Parliament has been viewed on TikTok more than one million times.
Flight instructor's licences revoked after student's fatal gyrocopter crash
Northland instructor Bernard 'Rusty' Russell said he accepted the authority's decision.
Public farmland leased: $3.1b expressway deal approved
Approval clears a $3.1b deal securing a farmland lease for extension of State Highway 1.
Northland marine protections at risk if councils lose fishing powers
Northland's Mimiwhangata and Cape Brett protections face an uncertain future.
Whangārei ED hits Code Red daily as worse flu season in a decade hits
Nurses say corridor care and staff shortages are putting patients at risk.
Former soldier completes 3200km walk carrying fallen comrades' spirits
Shane Anderson was metres from finishing his 3200km walk when someone blocked his path.
Northlanders urged to prepare as El Niño brings drier outlook
Northlanders urged to prepare for a drier spring and summer as El Niño builds.
Northland defeat Tasman to retain Ranfurly Shield
Rivez Reihana scored 15 points for his side in their win over the Mako.
Near sea-level snow forecast as wintry blast sweeps lower South Island
A strong southwesterly flow drags colder air to southern regions.
'Robbing you of your thinking': Teacher warns AI is hurting students
A Northland teacher says AI is harming students’ critical thinking.
Jandals puts Kerikeri writer in running for global award
She is heading to Hollywood for the International Impact Book Awards.
Northland roads flooded as heavy rain moves southeast across North Island
Heavy rain warnings are in place for much of the North Island's upper east coast.
‘Hardcore’ Taniwha fans brave rain to celebrate the Log o’ Wood
Northland captain told fans the team plans to keep the Ranfurly Shield in the North.
Dad's 'story time' livestreams about ex crossed line into family violence, judge rules
The case ended up in the Family Court where his ex-partner sought a protection order.
Workers stand to lose thousands with liquidation of night venue
The venue closed in July, owing Inland Revenue more than $440,000, as well as staff wages.
'Jolted awake again': Airport noise complaints stay steady despite drop in incidents
Whangārei Airport neighbours say noise still disrupts their sleep.